Angelina Jolie and Daniel Radcliffe secure their first Tony Awards victories

Entertainment | June 17, 2024, 7:05 p.m.

At the recent Tony Awards, Daniel Radcliffe and Angelina Jolie secured their first wins, adding to the night's excitement. Radcliffe took home the award for best actor in a musical for his role in Merrily We Roll Along, while Jolie won for producing The Outsiders, which also won best musical. Radcliffe's heartfelt acceptance speech thanked his girlfriend and parents, expressing gratitude for the experience. Meanwhile, Jolie's daughter joined her on stage, and director Taymor praised her as an influential figure. The award ceremony also saw Alicia Keys and Jay-Z perform, showcasing the talent on Broadway. Stereophonic, the most nominated play in Tony history, took home several awards, highlighting the importance of funding for the arts. Overall, the evening celebrated the best of theatre, recognizing the hard work and talent of performers like Jeremy Strong.